GS2 · Polity & Governance

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Recently, the Kudumbshree Scheme of Kerala has completed its 25 years. In the light of this, discuss the role of Self-Help Groups in promoting women empowerment and poverty alleviation in rural areas of India.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Discuss the role and functions of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in India and evaluate its effectiveness in combating economic offenses. What are the major challenges faced by the ED in discharging its duties, and suggest measures to enhance its performance?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

. Discuss the impact of social media on democracy and the challenges it poses to the regulation of online content in India. Analyze the steps taken by the government to regulate social media and suggest measures to balance free expression with the need to ensure accountability.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

Analyze the impact of the pandemic on India's federal structure and the challenges faced by the Centre and the states in tackling the crisis. Discuss the measures taken by the government to strengthen inter-governmental coordination during the pandemic.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What is the role of the judiciary in protecting the fundamental rights of citizens in India? Discuss with examples.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Critically analyze the impact of judicial activism on the separation of powers in India. Do you think the trend of judicial activism has gone too far in recent years? Substantiate your arguments with suitable examples.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

Discuss the role and importance of the Election Commission of India in ensuring free and fair elections in India.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Parliamentary committees play an important role in exercising effective control over executive. How far do you agree with the argument that role of parliamentary committees has been declining in Indian Parliamentary functioning?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Analyze the role and responsibilities of the Speaker of Lok Sabha in ensuring effective functioning of the House. What measures can be taken to strengthen the impartiality and autonomy of the Speaker in performing their duties?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

What were the historical underpinnings of the Indian Constitution and how did they influence its evolution?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

In recent times, the Indian polity has witnessed a growing trend of using ordinances to bypass the legislative process. Critically analyze the impact of this trend on the governance of the country.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What measures have been taken by the Indian government to promote transparency and reduce corruption?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

Discuss the challenges faced by the Indian Parliament in fulfilling its role as a representative and legislative body and the measures taken to address them.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What are the key features and significant provisions of the Indian Constitution which encourage unity in diversity in Indian society. Discuss

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

What are the key challenges faced by rural India in border areas, and how can the Vibrant Villages initiative help address these challenges? Discuss

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Assess the effectiveness of the current electoral reform measures in India in addressing issues of political financing, voter turnout, and fair representation.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Evaluate the impact of the 73 rd and 74 th Constitutional amendments on the decentralization of power and the functioning of Panchayats and Municipalities in India.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Analyze the role of the judiciary in shaping and interpreting the Constitution of India and its impact on the functioning of democratic institutions in the country.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

In light of recent debates on the need for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, discuss the constitutional and legal provisions related to personal laws and their impact on the country's polity and governance.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

How does the doctrine of separation of powers reduce the possibility of arbitrary actions by the government in India? Give examples to illustrate your answer.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

How have technological innovations such as e-governance impacted the way that government functions and interacts with citizens in India?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

There is a dire need for electoral reforms in India, discuss various challenges related to elections in India and suggest some measures to resolve them.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Since independence only a few private member bills have been passed. Does it imply that a discourse dominated by a majority restrict individual voices? Critically examine.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Indian prisons portray the plight of human rights and are in dire need of serious reform. Discuss.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

. Discuss the issues related to judicia l appointments in I ndia . C an the proposed National Judicial Commission Bill upheld the c rucial reform in judicia ry?